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Douglas A. Lee

Apr 23, 2008 May 30, 2012 425 1625

Doug is a former staff member at MHR and currently IAOFM's resident newsman and editor.

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Strotty writes at Paint Touches:

"According to CBS Sports’ Jon Rothstein, Marquette has emerged as the front runner for Arizona State transfer Trent Lockett.

"Lockett, a 6-foot-4 shooting guard, was granted his release from Arizona State last week. The junior is looking to transfer closer to his home in Golden Valley, Minn. to be closer to his sick mother, who was recently diagnosed with cancer."

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about 1 month ago J_elway_870111_640_tiny Douglas A. Lee 4 comments

Johnson-Odom looks like Kanye West had a baby with a Costco tub of whey protein. Crowder looks like Predator had a baby with another Predator. Whatever the formula was, the outcome was fast-twitch muscle fiber. These guys are the reason that other guys want to take steroids.

Toward the end of my research, I stumbled upon a YouTube video of Jae Crowder talking about his biggest fear. While he goes on to mention failure as being the one, he first takes the time to talk about how everyone is afraid of him. Yes, that’s right. He already knows. Something tells me that D.J.O. knows as well.

3 months ago J_elway_870111_640_tiny Douglas A. Lee 2 comments

Adam Zagoria, a reporter for SNY.tv, Tweeted that league sources have told him that Jae Crowder will be named Big East player of the year. The official announcement is to be made Tuesday.

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Why should Williams have to apologize for three seconds of a dance that may have taunted the same rabid fans who had to be told to stop throwing things on the court during the game? If anything, he should've apologized for not taunting them more. If I were him, I would've grabbed my crotch and made a duck face at the crowd while I danced all over the midcourt logo. I would've walked to the announcers' table for a postgame interview and told Bill Raftery that "If the fans have a problem with what I just did, I've got two words for them." Then I would've dropped the mic, turned to the student section, and unleashed a ferocious "suck it" crotch chop. Sure, if Williams did this it probably would've gotten him killed, but at least it would've actually been worth the uproar that his three-second dance caused.

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The Elias Sports Bureau says that since Novak has entered the N.B.A., a little more than 72 percent of his shots have been from 3-point range, the highest percentage of any player in the league over that period, based on a minimum of 500 total field-goal attempts.

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Wisconsin is the only program from the six major conferences that uses a Sterling basketball. When Bo Ryan was the coach at Division III Wisconsin-Platteville, Sterling provided him with camp basketballs. Since he took over as the Badgers’ coach in 2001, Ryan has stayed loyal to the company, based in Puyallup, Wash. Players and coaches from the Big Ten gripe about the Sterling basketballs, citing them as one of the challenges of playing at Kohl Center in Madison.

It is perhaps no coincidence, then, that the Badgers have a 91.7 winning percentage at Kohl Center under Ryan. For his part, Ryan dismissed the idea that the basketballs played a role in helping to build the impressive home record.

"I’m a Nike guy, so if there was a uniform ball, I’d want it to be Nike," Marquette Coach Buzz Williams said.

"That’s how my kids get Christmas presents, so, yeah, I want to use Nike."

3 months ago J_elway_870111_640_tiny Douglas A. Lee 0 comments

Hey MHR Friends! Doc has put together an exceptional series on the history of the spread offense and where the Elways fit into it. Part 2 just hit today, and the series concludes tomorrow. We hope you'll enjoy it!

over 1 year ago J_elway_870111_640_tiny Douglas A. Lee 0 comments 1 recs

I love the sudden movement to bring orange back to Mile High full time. But there's something suspicious about the whole thing...

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 2/3/10 - Broncos sign OT Batiste to future contract; Coin flip for draft slot will take place at Combine

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DB - Batiste Back on Board

DB - Keeping Our Fingers Crossed For Floyd - Jim Saccomano

CSG - Offseason spotlight: Outside linebackers - Frank Schwab

DB - 2009 Season Review: Third Quarter - Gray Caldwell

DP - Broncos Mailbag: Why did McDaniels come here? - Mike Klis
"(The coin flip for the 10th- or 11th-overall pick) will be done during the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, probably in the Feb. 25-27 period."

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 2/2/10 - Super Bowl Week in Miami, site of Elway's last ride

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DP - Hall of Fame debate: If Sayers is in, TD should be a lock - Patrick Saunders
"But it's Davis' postseason resume that should make him a lock for the Hall of Fame. T.D. is arguably the best playoff running back in NFL history." EXACTLY.

CSG - Offseason spotlight: Defensive line - Frank Schwab
"Their philosophy last year was to be wary of 4-3 college linemen, because Josh McDaniels wanted players that could come in and contribute quickly. If that's the philosophy again, it will cut down the talent pool because most colleges use a 4-3."

DP - If there ain’t a pass rush, it ain’t football - Mike Klis

DP - There’s fun, and there’s $45,000 - Mike Klis

PFW - Top 10 Super Bowl goats (player)
"1. Eugene Robinson, FS, Falcons, XXXIII"

PFW - Reliving past Super Bowls in South Florida - Tom Danyluk

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 2/1/10 - Marshall scores TD in AFC victory

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DPP - Broncos star Dumervil's roots still extend to humble beginnings in Miami - Mike Klis

DB - Earning His Stripes - Gray Caldwell
"It's been surreal," Clady said. "Just being around all these great players, players that a few years ago I was watching them in the Pro Bowl -- it's crazy. I'm having a good time."

DB - Broncos Help Cement AFC Victory - Gray Caldwell
"The NFL announced the rest of the 2000s All-Decade Team during the Pro Bowl, and another current Bronco made the cut. Ty Law joins Bailey and Dawkins on the team, chosen by the Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee members."

DB - 2010 Pro Bowl: Postgame Report - Broncos TV

DPP - Broncos' (for now) Marshall shines in Pro Bowl - Mike Klis

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/31/10 - Five Broncos to play in tonight's Pro Bowl

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DB - 2010 Pro Bowl: Dawkins Wired for Sound - Broncos TV

DB - 2010 Pro Bowl: Saturday Report - Broncos TV

DB - 2010 Pro Bowl: Day Four - Gray Caldwell

DP - Floyd Little's last run - Mark Kiszla

DPP - A Bronco's last hurrah? - Mike Klis
"I'll put it like this: The way things have gone, I'd be surprised if he's back," Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey said. "I've seen it happen to the best of the best and the worst of the worst."

DPP - Shutdown of 2011 season possibility - Mike Klis
"We'll see," Dawkins said. "We don't know 100 percent what it is they're looking for. You don't want to negotiate against yourself before you start negotiating."

CBS - Pro Bowl stars might miss out on chance to cash in - Pete Prisco
"I really don't think about that," Dumervil said after Pro Bowl practice Friday. "I do my part and see what happens. Everything happens for a reason. All you can do is handle the things you can control."

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Will you watch the Pro Bowl tonight?
Of course!!!!
139 votes
Not a snowball's chance in hell
126 votes
I'll be watching the X Games
35 votes
What's the Pro Bowl?
69 votes

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/30/10 - Martindale offers first comments since becoming Broncos DC

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DB - Anxious to Improve Under Martindale - Gray Caldwell
"I think we're going to be sound," Dumervil said. "I think he's a smart coach and I think he's going to create a lot of problems for opponents. I think he knows how to mix it up well. With his background of working with different guys that have been successful in this league, I'm excited. I think it's going to be a great deal for us, and I'm looking forward to working with him."

DPP - Broncos' Martindale, Ryan linked - Mike Klis
"I've been with the Ryans for about 12 years," Martindale said. "It's that type of mentality, get guys playing hard. Schematically, you don't tip what you're going to do. But mostly, I know our guys are going to play hard, and we're going to be fun to watch." "Wink's going to be great, no question," Rex Ryan said. "I told him he can finish second in the league."

DPP - Clady hears the criticism - Mike Klis
"As an offensive line, we were disappointed with how we played, especially in the second half of the season. I know we'll improve and be better next year."

CSG - Offseason spotlight: Offensive line/tight ends - Frank Schwab

NFP - Will the Broncos trade Marshall? - Matt Bowen

PFR - HOF 2010: Floyd Little - Chase Stuart
Frankly, Stuart blows Little's candidacy out of the water here. I know there are a lot of emotions tied to the HOF for Broncos fans (including those of yours truly), but the arguments that Floyd was 7th all-time when he retired (#s 8 & 9 aren't in, either) and that he kept the Broncos in Denver aren't what make a HOFer. Now, I didn't see him play. If you watched him play and saw a HOFer, that's another thing...

DP - Warner a Hall of Famer only if T.D. is first - Mike Klis
Obviously I'd like for this to be the case, but I'd only point out that Warner had 6 excellent seasons, not 4. Personally, I think they should both be in - but Warner had the better career.

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/29/10 - Martindale becomes fifth Defensive Coordinator for Broncos in five seasons

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DB - Martindale Promoted to Defensive Coordinator

DPP - Broncos name Don Martindale defensive coordinator - Mike Klis
"He was a great linebackers coach," Dumervil said minutes after McDaniels called him to inform him of Martindale's promotion. "He taught me a lot. This will be a great opportunity for him to show what he can do. Having a guy from in-house as defensive coordinator is really beneficial. He may be my fifth coordinator as a Denver Bronco, but then again, he really isn't because he already knows our personnel."

DP - Meet Don Martindale, Denver’s new DC - Lindsay Jones

DP - 8 Days to Floyd - Mike Klis

DB - 2010 Pro Bowl: Day Two - Gray Caldwell

DB - 2010 Pro Bowl: Thursday Report - Broncos TV

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/28/10 - Bailey, Dawkins named to All-Decade Team

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DB - 2010 Pro Bowl: Wednesday Report - Broncos TV

NFLN - Brian Dawkins at the 2010 Pro Bowl - Broncos TV

DB - Class of the Decade - Gray Caldwell

DB - 2010 Pro Bowl: Day One - Gray Caldwell

DPP - No Nolan is no shock to Bailey - Mike Klis
"The way things turn around with our . . ." Bailey said. "Nah, I wasn't shocked."
"So this is something I should be familiar with," Dumervil said. "Still, it was a little shocking. As players, all you can do is just play and let the front-office people handle all that other stuff."

CSG - Offseason spotlight: Wide receivers - Frank Schwab

DPP - Look who's not talking: Marshall mum on future - Mike Klis

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/27/10 - Raiders hire Hue Jackson as OC and play-caller; still no word on Cable's status

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CSG - Offseason spotlight: Running backs - Frank Schwab
"The correct answer on Knowshon Moreno is "too soon to tell," and the team seems to believe he can live up to his draft status. But, it's fair to say the Broncos need more out of the 12th pick of the 2009 draft than what they got last season...This staff's impression of Hillis is more the guy who got stuffed at Philadelphia and less of the rookie who ran so powerfully down the stretch two years ago."

DP - Pees takes job as Ravens' LB coach

ESPN - Denver won't let Dumervil to simply walk away - Bill Williamson
"Denver will likely put a high tender on Dumervil that would make it difficult for him to leave. Still, this will be a very interesting situation to watch in the coming weeks."

DC - Monday Player / Team Observations - Scott Wright
Broncos - Matt Dodge (Punter, ECU)

DC - Tuesday Player / Team Observations - Scott Wright
Broncos - Jacoby Ford - WR Clemson

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/26/10 - Pees to Ravens means Martindale likely DC in Denver; Broncos reportedly suspected Dolphins of tampering with Nolan

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NESN - Report: Dean Pees Hired as Ravens' Linebackers Coach - Scott McLaughlin

PFT - Broncos suspected tampering, but were happy to let Nolan go - Mike Florio

MH - Miami Dolphins' Tony Sparano addresses Pasqualoni, Nolan moves - Jeff Darlington
"I'm not going to get into to who what when or why,'' Sparano said. ``But it all got done and we're very, very fortunate it did get done."

JSO - Decision was personal - Greg A. Bedard
"I wouldn't say I turned (the Packers) down," Nolan said Monday. "I had two great offers and, for personal reasons only, I chose the one that most appealed to me. I really wanted to stay close to California. Denver allowed me to do that. You could say, 'Well, now you're in Miami so I'm not really buying that reason,' " Nolan said. "But I had a son who was a senior (in high school) and it was important for me to stay close."

DPP - Q&A: Orton likely needs big year in 2010 to get big contract - Jeff Legwold

CSG - Offseason spotlight: Quarterbacks - Frank Schwab

DB - Still Growing - Zach Eisendrath

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/25/10 - Colts, Saints advance to Super Bowl XLIV

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Good Morning, MHR Friends! Not that I expect any of you are rooting for the Colts anyway, but you've gotta feel good for the City of New Orleans, huh? Just a couple quick thoughts...
1. How many times did you see 250+ lb. guys trying to pick up a fumble and run with the ball instead of diving on it?
2. How terrible was that pass-interference call in OT against the Vikings? Brutal...
3. How in the world did they not call a 15-yard penalty on that play where Sanchez got mauled after a handoff?
4. I know you've all been waiting for it...Brett Favre Will He/Won't He Season began last night!!! Woohoo!!! (Gag me)

CNNM - If you believe the Super Bowl indicator, root for the Colts - Chris Isidore
Apparently, the only thing better than an NFL-based team winning the SB is a Broncos victory in the big game...

PWF - Players' union getting very anxious

NFL - New York Jets 17 at Indianapolis Colts 30

NFL - Minnesota Vikings 28 at New Orleans Saints 31

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/24/10 - Broncos hire Bob Ligashesky as TE coach, elevate Ben McDaniels to QB coach

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DB - Coaching Staff Filling Out

DPP - Broncos switching building blocks - Mike Klis
"We're going to run some power, we're going to run some inside zone," McDaniels said. "There's no way to exactly characterize our type of running scheme. It's just not going to be dedicated to the outside zone play. It will be different. But it will be more what I'm used to, and Clancy's going to do a great job with it."
"You're right: People want to say things, but no, I'm not hard to work with. The 99 percent of people I work with and get along with very well, they know what the heck is going on inside the Denver Broncos' building. People who have had an issue with me, or I've had an issue with, there's a reason. I'm not going to let things happen that shouldn't happen. If that's what people want, then maybe we disagree."

"The defensive philosophy that we use, that's ours. That's not going anywhere. It's our second year in the system, and we'll continue to do better. I have a lot of respect for Mike, and I wish him well. But I think this is going to be the best thing for the Broncos and the best thing for Mike Nolan. I think everybody wins in this."

NFP - Sunday at the Post - Mike Lombardi
"Denver’s change at defensive coordinator was not because Josh McDaniels wanted to blitz less. In fact, from what I’m hearing, the Broncos might blitz more next season, regardless of who the defensive coordinator is. Right now, linebackers coach Don Martindale seems to the favorite."

PFT - Mystery persists regarding Pees landing spot - Mike Florio
"By way of background, we're told he wasn't hired by the Broncos because he has another job lined up."

DPP - Marshall trade rumors flying - Dave Krieger

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Who are you rooting for today?
Colts & Saints
116 votes
Colts & Vikings
55 votes
Jets & Saints
89 votes
Jets & Vikings
49 votes

309 votes | Poll has closed

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/23/10 - Wylie, Barone to share O-Line coaching; Martindale now frontrunner for DC job

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DPP - Lineup changes: Coaching pieces fall into place - Jeff Legwold
"Broncos linebackers coach Don Martindale, 46, appears to be the choice after meeting with coach Josh McDaniels."

ESPN - AFC West this offseason: What to expect - Bill Williamson

BH - Darrelle Revis gets Law advice - Karen Guregian

SS - The Godfather of zone blocking - Clare Farnsworth

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/22/10 - Broncos hire Bob Wylie - will assist Clancy Barone, who reportedly will be named OL coach

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NFP - Broncos hire Barone as offensive line coach - Aaron Wilson

DPP - Wylie is added to staff - Jeff Legwold
"Wylie, who coached at Colorado State early in his career, has coached seven Pro Bowl offensive linemen in his previous NFL stops in Arizona, Tampa Bay and Chicago. He also coached tight ends for Cincinnati and spent two years as a Jets assistant...While Dean Pees was initially believed to have the inside track to be the team's new defensive coordinator, Broncos linebackers coach Don Martindale could now get the nod after meeting with McDaniels."

DPP - Analysis: Broncos pass often, but run game needs to improve in 2010 - Jeff Legwold

DPP - Q&A: Marshall won't be getting his millions from the Broncos - Jeff Legwold

DP - Two plead not guilty to perjury in Bronco's murder case - Felisa Cardona

NFL - Clady's class - Video

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/21/10 - Former Bills RBs Coach Eric Studesville reportedly accepts same position for Broncos

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DB - '09 Season Review: Weeks 5-9 - Broncos TV

DPP - Sources: Studesville joins Broncos' coaching staff - Jeff Legwold
"Studesville, who also has been the running backs coach for the Giants, has coached Tiki Barber, Willis McGahee, Marshawn Lynch and Fred Jackson — all 1,000-yard rushers in the NFL."

DP - Ty Law open to returning to Denver - Lindsay Jones

NFP - DMN: Nolan’s departure is a win/win - Mike Lombardi
"Denver fans need to be patient with McDaniels — he showed progress in his first year, and next year he’ll be even better. As the Broncos continue to add talent to their roster, they’ll become factors in the AFC West."

SI - How NFL assistant coaches movement affects teams - Ross Tucker
"Mike Nolan's decision to part ways with Josh McDaniels seems to be a clear-cut example of colleagues who had a different vision for how things should take place...You can bet unsung players who grew into starting roles under Nolan in Denver, like defensive end Ryan McBean and outside linebacker Mario Haggan, are wondering how this change may impact them. Heck, the only reason Broncos nose tackle Ron Fields was in Denver in the first place is because of the impression he made on Nolan while he was the head coach in San Francisco."

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/20/10 - Pees still frontrunner, Broncos considering Martindale

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DB - Dumervil Asks for Help for Haiti - Broncos TV

DPP - Familiar signs point to Pees being picked - Jeff Legwold
"Pees would provide McDaniels a New England version of the 3-4 scheme that can adapt week to week to whatever opponent it faces. Because he worked with the multitasking Belichick, Pees is used to co-existing with a head coach who is heavily involved in all facets of the game planning...Under Pees, the Patriots did not finish lower than eighth in the NFL in scoring defense in his four seasons as defensive coordinator and never allowed opponents to average more than 19.3 points a game. The 14.8 points allowed per game in 2006 set a franchise best for New England."

DPP - NFL coordinators predict a Belichick-like defense for Broncos - Jeff Legwold
"Nolan preferred to take risks in the pass rush, blitzing players from unexpected places — 10 of the team's 39 sacks came from inside linebackers or defensive backs. Pees likely will play something closer to Belichick's style. When Belichick springs a surprise on opposing quarterbacks he does it with coverages — moving players into passing lanes from unexpected angles, trying to disrupt a quarterback's timing as he goes through his reads — rather than adding to the rush."

NFP - Broncos lose structure with Nolan’s departure - Matt Bowen
"And now, those defensive players who are returning have to start over with a new coach and a new scheme. It doesn’t matter what type of front Pees runs, because the terminology will be different, as will the meetings, the techniques and the way this team practices and prepares for Sundays."

NFL - Swim move: Nolan leaves Broncos, joins Dolphins as D-coordinator

BG - Broncos considering Pees - Albert Breer
"Pees, 60, battled his share of health problems last year. During the summer, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer and underwent surgery. Soon thereafter, he had a blood clot in his leg."

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According to Jeff Legwold of the Denver Post, Broncos LB coach Don Martindale is receiving consideration for the defensive coordinator position left vacant by the sudden departure of Mike Nolan. Legwold says former Patriots DC Dean Pees is still the frontrunner for the position in Denver, but multiple Broncos suggested Martindale would be a worthy candidate to replace Nolan when asked yesterday.

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/19/10 - Pees likely replacement for Nolan, who appears headed to Dolphins

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ESPN - Source: Mike Nolan talks to Miami Dolphins after Denver Broncos split
"The Denver Broncos and defensive coordinator Mike Nolan have agreed to part ways, and a source told ESPN.com's John Clayton that Nolan is close to an agreement to take on the same role with the Miami Dolphins. Before the split, Miami sent in a request for permission to interview Nolan, sources close to the situation told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. The parting was friendly and gave Nolan a chance to move on and talk to the Dolphins, the source told Clayton."

DPP - Broncos part ways with defensive coordinator Mike Nolan - Mike Klis
"In large part because of differences in coaching styles, philosophies and game-day play calling, McDaniels, the Broncos' head coach, and Nolan, the team's defensive coordinator, decided at the conclusion of their meeting Monday to end their business relationship after just one season...McDaniels and Nolan moved quickly to fill their voids. Nolan will interview with the Miami Dolphins for their defensive coordinator position this week, while the Broncos are likely to soon name former New England assistant Dean Pees as their fifth defensive coordinator in five years."

KDVR - Denver Broncos Players React to Mike Nolan's Departure - Josina Anderson
"You never know who will take over. Will they bring in an insider or an outsider? Hopefully we run a similar scheme. If everything changes we have to start from scratch. You never know how that will effect the guys, but then again we have a lot of veterans," said (Andra) Davis.

DPP - Broncos ask Bills' permission to interview RBs coach Studesville - Mike Klis

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/18/10 - Vikings, Jets move on; Chargers lose home playoff game for third time in six years

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What a shame about them Dolts, huh? HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!! Look, telling your opponents before the game that they don't even deserve to be there isn't exactly the wisest of strategies...

NFL - Dallas Cowboys 3 at Minnesota Vikings 34

NFL - New York Jets 17 at San Diego Chargers 14

NFL - Bears DE Adams, 26, dies of cardiac arrest in South Carolina

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What is your favorite team to see lose at home in the playoffs (again)?
Chargers
578 votes

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/17/10 - Saints, Colts romp their way to conference title games

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Well, as I said the other day (not that it was rocket science), but a team that gives up 45 points at home in the playoffs does not qualify as a "threat." Happy viewing today, Friends!

DPP - Season not over till it's over - Mike Klis

DPP - DeCamillis' bravery can be traced to strong work ethic - Mike Klis

DPP - Broncos — Expect 8-8 season - Woody Paige
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Who are you rooting for today?
Cowboys and Jets
57 votes
Cowboys and Chargers
13 votes
Vikings and Jets
145 votes
Vikings and Chargers
19 votes

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/16/10 - 49ers to host Broncos in London 10/31/10

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NFL - 49ers to play Broncos in London in 2010

DPP - Broncos set to play in London - Lindsay Jones
"The rest of the Broncos' 2010 schedule will be released in late spring, but the Broncos are likely to play a home game Oct. 24 and have their bye on Nov. 7, the Sunday after the game in London, to give players time to recover from the European travel."

DPP - Analysis: Broncos take hard look at run defense, offseason conditioning and practice policies - Jeff Legwold
"But they also were in pads during the season, especially in December, more than almost every other team in the league. Some players privately said they didn't have much left, and scouts around the league said the Broncos looked tired down the stretch, especially up front on both sides of the ball."

DPP - Q&A: Floyd Little's enshrinement in Pro Football Hall of Fame is a no-brainer - Jeff Legwold
"So, his abilities overall, in the return game, as a receiver and running the ball are all more than worthy of a spot in Canton, and he will get a fair hearing from the Board of Selectors on Feb. 6."

DP - Former Bronco Walker subpoenaed for Darrent Williams murder trial - Felisa Cardona

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What do you think about the Broncos playing in London?
Love it
60 votes
Hate it
81 votes
At least it doesn't count as a home game
118 votes

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/15/10 - Clady, Dumervil All-Pro 1st-teamers; Dawkins 2nd-teamer; Broncos add DE Baraka Atkins

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Happy Friday, MHR Friends! I prefer not to link to something I see as pure rumor, so I will just mention that there is speculation on ESPN and Bleacher Report that Seattle inquired about Brandon Marshall's availability. Honestly, every team should make that call to at least find out what Denver is seeking as recompense. One can never have too much information...

DB - Atkins Signed To Future Contract - Chris Gentilviso
"A fourth-year defensive end out of the University of Miami, Atkins entered the league as a fourth-round selection of the Seattle Seahawks in the 2007 NFL Draft."

DB - AP All-Pro Trio - Zach Eisendrath

DPP - Q&A: Level of tender will determine Broncos' compensation - Jeff Legwold

DPP - Analysis: McDaniels faces familiar decision: youth or veterans - Jeff Legwold

USAT - A Champ for the 2000s: Bailey the best cover man of decade - Nate Davis

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Mile High Report Horse Tracks 1/14/10 - Turner off to Washington

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Good Morning, MHR Friends. A day late with these sentiments, but our thoughts go out to all those touched by the horrific tragedy in Haiti. As for the links...if you woke up on the right side of the bed today and would like to maintain a sunny disposition, do not read Woody's column. It's one of the most toxic things I've read in the DP sports section. Guy's got a real axe to grind with Josh McDaniels, apparently.

PS. Please don't read Woodrow's column if you're planning on operating a vehicle shortly thereafter, either. It'd be a disservice to the general public if I didn't warn you...

DP - Earthquake touches Broncos - Jim Armstrong

DB - Dumervil Asks for Help - Gray Caldwell

DPP - Dumervil's focus on his kin in Haiti - Lindsay Jones

DB - '09 Season Review: Weeks 1-4 - Broncos TV

DPP - Broncos need new offensive philosophy with Dennison, Turner leaving - Jeff Legwold
"Offensive assistant Ben McDaniels, Josh's brother, is likely to receive heavy consideration for the running backs position."

DPP - Q&A: "Futures" deals give Broncos flexibility - Jeff Legwold

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